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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1963
Page
4
Editorial quote attributed to Daniel Webster discusses mind as the supreme level of all things and asserts human ends are answered by human thought, framing a contemplative message for readers. The line emphasizes intellect as driver of meaning and progress in civic life.
The piece reflects on renewed hope with the new year while acknowledging persistent problems. It notes that despite hangovers and social rituals, life remains largely unchanged except for improvements in infant mortality, longevity, medical advances, and space age prospects. It sees continual scientific progress as moving humanity forward.
The computer stands as a revolutionary tool across research and culture from H bomb speedups to authorship studies of the Federalist Papers James Madison and scholastic projects. It shines in deciphering languages and indexing vast writings while hinting at automation’s future role in society and history.
Defense Secretary McNamara runs the Pentagon like a large business, noting the department spends over 50 billion dollars annually and holds assets worth about 230 billion across 6,700 installations and more than 30 million acres. Maintenance costs exceed 4.5 billion yearly, excluding service pay, with 2.2 billion deemed excess to U. S. needs. Some bases date from prewar days yet remain usable in the space age.
A postwar demographic note describes a gender gap in Australia with only 25 percent of migrants' spouses being women aged 15 to 44. City settlers found wives. rural migrants faced shortages. The piece notes the prospect of American women finding opportunities there, and mentions February 1964 having 29 days as an aside.
Edwin P. Neilan, head of the U S Chamber of Commerce, denounces pork barrel subsidies and political manipulation of federal funds. He cites Area Redevelopment Administration and Accelerated Public Works spending, notes local pushback in Bartow Florida and 12 surrounding counties, and criticizes politicians who aid home states at federal expense. He also compares federal motives to Cosa Nostra in a Baltimore speech.
Ruth Millett argues most wives spend more time in cars than cooking. She cites a auto industry executive and urges women to track time spent driving, plan errands, and use telephones to reduce car use for greater homemaking efficiency.
Elderly people often report fewer headaches as age increases and may retain mental vigor. Tension headaches are rare in older adults, while migraine tends to ease. eye conditions and brain tumors are unlikely sources. Psychogenic headaches rise with mood issues, but a positive outlook often alleviates them.
BOP Voelker warns of a Russian sleep machine that could force two hours of sleep to replace a full night rest. He imagines a future of constant wakefulness affecting churchgoers, soldiers, students, bartenders, cops, and housewives as society grows sleepless and obedience to signals collapses.
In 1964 investors should focus on high quality stocks and stable bonds. The article notes 1963 60 GNP growth, yields four percent plus on savings and bonds, and urges long term positions in giants like DuPont General Motors Eastman Kodak Standard Oil AT&T United States Steel.
The book documents a world voyage by Eric and Susan Hiscock in a small 30 footer. It notes their successful circumnavigation at about $2,000 a year and comments that many sailors strive for similar long voyages inspired by the Slocum bug.
Herman B. Stetson of Saco argues Maine lawmakers slow to follow national trends on poll taxes and taxation, condemning political cynicism while praising FDR era reforms. The piece reflects 1960s editorial tone about civil rights, taxation, and constitutional changes, noting party loyalties and Maine's tax stance.
Publication notice lists Biddeford Maine address 11 Adams Street and identifies W Paul Casavant as president and E P Ingalls as managing editor. It notes telephone numbers for business and editorial departments and states subscription rates in advance, with one month $1.85 six months $10.50 and one year $21.00. It also notes Associated Press membership and copyright of local news.
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